The newsletter from the central resource for the Swiss biotech industry
August 2025
Oct 7-9, 2025, Barcelona
Switzerland is guest country at BIOSPAIN Join the Swiss delegation at the Swiss biotech pavilion
This is a great opportunity to collectively showcase the innovation power of the Swiss biotech cluster and strengthen your business ties with Spanish biotech leaders. The Swiss Biotech Association will run this Swiss biotech pavilion. Be part of the Swiss biotech country delegation and benefit from increased visibility, a discounted ticket price, or individual booth space.
Order a delegate package at CHF 700 (instead of CHF 800), or
In July 2025, Switzerland took over the chair of the Eureka international funding program. In addition, Switzerland has been reassociated to Horizons since the beginning of this year. Check out renewed opportunities for collaborative R&D funding in Europe and around the world, with most deadlines for applying by September 16.
Eureka programs Applications for Eureka Eurostars, supporting SMEs in international collaborative R&D projects to develop products, processes, or services are accepted by September 4.
You can apply anytime to get support from Eureka Network for collaborative international projects that research or develop a product, process or service.
Consultation for the upcoming European Biotech Act
Contribute your opinion as biotech
Take part in the public consultation on food safety and public health lead by the European Commission to determine main challenges of the biotech sector. The consultation will remain open until 10 November 2025.
The benefits of collaboration
Increasing the quality of science
In the Swiss Biotech Report 2025, Laure Ognois from the Swiss National Science Foundation SNSF shares how Switzerland leverages its strong values of openness and cooperation to empower world-class science. From bilateral partnerships to large multilateral initiatives like Weave and Lead Agency, SNSF funds a diverse range of thematically open and restricted international programs—totaling around CHF 70 million/year. Read the article by Florian Fisch, science editor at Swiss National Science Foundation.
Third best result ever: Funding in the first half of 2025
CHF 1.5 billion for Swiss start-ups
CHF 1.47 billion in venture capital went to Swiss start-ups in the first half of 2025, the third best result ever. A small handful of high-flyers, in which international investors invested large sums, are responsible for these strong figures. For the majority of start-ups, the search for funding remains difficult. Swiss investors are also facing challenges and expect their situation to worsen further in the coming year, particularly in terms of their own fundraising and opportunities to sell companies. These are the key findings of the half-year update to Swiss Venture Capital Report. Read more
Elevate your corporate social responsibility
Open your doors for the next generation
Life Science Cares Switzerland helps companies reach CSR goals through targeted initiatives like National Future Day on November 13. Children can explore professional life by joining their parents at work – but not all have this chance. Corporate partners are invited to host children without access. Want to join and make a difference? Contact Life Science Cares to get involved.
Don't miss our free of charge Insight event on September 29. We join forces with Labcorp to explore key learnings from biomarker-informed development, showcase cutting-edge analytical technologies for enhanced data collection and interpretation, and examine the integration of multi-omics approaches — all through the lens of real-world experience and case studies that support smarter decision-making.
Become a co-sponsor of the Swiss Biotech Insight event
Join us as co-sponsor to showcase your brand and connect with biotech leaders. Choose from 3 options and contact Marta Gehring:
Badge sponsor: CHF 1’800 (incl. VAT)
Exhibition spaces: CHF 1'500 (incl. VAT)
Break supporter: CHF 890 (incl. VAT)
Join Swiss Pavilions at coming up biotech conferences
Use the official Swiss presence as your home base for your activities at BIO conventions. As Swiss Biotech Association member you benefit from discounts at all conferences:
BIO-JAPAN Oct 8-10, 2025, Yokohama
BIO-EUROPE Nov 3-5, 2025, Vienna
Join the Swiss delegation or save 15%
Nordic Life Science Days: October 12–15
Join the Swiss delegation organized by S-GE and SBH Nordics for the Nordic Life Science Days in Gothenburg for full access, increased visibility, exclusive networking, and visits to AstraZeneca and GoCo. If you prefer to attend the event solo, use our 15% discount code for individual participation. Whether as part of the delegation or independently, don’t miss this key opportunity to meet key industry players and explore potential partnerships in the Nordics. Package options and registration for joining the Swiss delegation or for a solo participation contact us to redeem your 15% discount code.
Insight into the physiology of the control of eating and effective treatments of metabolic diseases, and plasticity in the nervous system leading to chronic pain.
Insight into the physiology of the control of eating and effective treatments of metabolic diseases, and plasticity in the nervous system leading to chronic pain.
"Inspiring the Future of Chemistry and Life Sciences": Illmac encourages the development of new ideas and solutions and presents trends and innovations by research and industry.
Covers early stage discovery and design, through development and clinical scale production, to clinical trial operations, commercial manufacturing & bioprocessing, and market access.
Sep 30
FutureHealth Lausanne Leading minds from practice, research and industry will come together with a common goal: to drive innovation, share best practices and actively shape the healthcare of tomorrow.
Sep 30
Swiss pension system and solutions for biotech companies A webinar offering a clear overview of the Swiss 3-pillar pension system and highlights the benefits of affiliating a pension fund with Swiss Life for Swiss Biotech Association members.
The Swiss Biotech Association partners with several organizations to provide a perfect mix of education and long-term professional development with discount for our members.
An MAS course with insights and practical knowledge from professors who understand the challenges and intricacies of regulatory affairs and quality insurance.
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